ME 6690 - Engineering Fracture Mechanics

Fundamentals of the theory of linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM), crack-tip opening displacement (CTTOD), J-integral, R-curve, mixed-mode fracture and fracture toughness testing.

Note: Open to graduate students only.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: ME 5690 or consent of instructor

Credits: 3 hours

Cross-Listed: Cross-listed with CCE 6690. A student may not receive credit for both CCE 6690 and ME 6690.
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (3 - 0)